DeepForestVisionV2: Ecology-Driven Taxonomy Expansion for Camera-Trap Monitoring in African Tropical Forests
DeepForestVisionV2 expands a camera-trap monitoring model from 35 to 64 classes to better suit diverse field conditions in African tropical forests. By adding classes for vertical stratification, openness, and human interfaces, the system captures more relevant wildlife taxa. This expansion improves field utility by providing finer ecological detail while maintaining robust performance across photographs and videos.